Question

How to prevent the occurrence of rickets in children?

Answer

  1. Scientific Feeding: Promote breastfeeding in infancy and provide appropriate complementary foods in a timely manner after weaning, increasing intake of foods rich in vitamin D, calcium, phosphorus, and protein, such as eggs, liver, milk, fish, and meat.
  2. Increase Sunlight Exposure: Parents should regularly take children outdoors to naturally obtain vitamin D. According to research, two hours of sun exposure for children can help the skin produce vitamin D.
  3. Daily Care: In daily life, attention should be paid to the child’s living and hygiene care, regularly vaccinated, and actively prevent acute and chronic diseases such as respiratory system infections, pneumonia, diarrhea, and anemia.